2008 BMW 318 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2008 BMW 318 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2008 BMW 318. (127 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 205 kg more than 2008 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 318. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 318 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 318 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 318 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | BMW | Jaguar |
| Model | 318 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 206 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2070 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
